The Public Prosecutor's Office is seeking a four-year prison sentence for a man accused of punching a taxi driver in the face during a confrontation in Sant Antoni de Portmany, Ibiza, in June 2022. According to the prosecution, the alleged assault left the driver with one fractured tooth, another cracked tooth and an injury around his left eye.
The case was scheduled to be heard by Section One of the Balearic Provincial Court in Palma on Wednesday, 11 November 2026. In addition to the prison sentence, prosecutors are requesting a two-year restraining order and compensation for the victim.
Alleged Assault Took Place in June 2022
According to the prosecution's account, the incident happened during the early hours of 2 June 2022, between 01:00 and 01:30, in Sant Antoni.
The accused allegedly became involved in an argument with a taxi driver over driving-related matters before punching him in the face.
The allegations are set out in the Public Prosecutor's indictment. The court is responsible for determining the facts and any criminal responsibility.
Taxi Driver Suffered Dental and Eye Injuries
The medical injuries described in the prosecution's case include a fracture to the driver's lower right tooth, a fissure in another tooth and a blunt injury around the left eye, accompanied by an abrasion and ocular redness.
The victim required initial medical attention and dental treatment. According to the reported medical assessment, the recovery period lasted ten days, although the dental injuries also left lasting damage requiring further restorative treatment.
The taxi driver reportedly attended two dental consultations, costing €110.
Four-Year Prison Sentence Requested
The Public Prosecutor's Office considers the alleged incident to constitute an offence of causing bodily injury and is seeking four years in prison.
It is also requesting that the accused be prohibited from approaching or communicating with the taxi driver for two years.
In terms of civil liability, the prosecution is seeking €460 in compensation for the injuries and medical visits. It is additionally requesting that the accused cover the cost of repairing the damaged teeth, with the final amount to be determined during the enforcement of any judgment.
The hearing was listed for 11 November before the Balearic Provincial Court in Palma. The outcome of the proceedings has not been independently confirmed in the information available for this report.